Crime Safety Grade

A

Southold, NY Crime Rate

Higher crime than 86% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Southold Safe?

With an overall crime index of 145, Southold has a 45% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 281. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Southold earning an A grade while Southold rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Southold
145
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
145
45% above average
Violent Crime
89
11% below average
Property Crime
55
45% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Southold

1 in 281

Property crime: 1 in 455

Where Is It Safe in Southold?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Southold
A
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Southold Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 71% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 84% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 79 ▼ 21%
Assault Violent 171 ▲ 71%
Robbery Violent 16 ▼ 84%
Burglary Property 101 ▲ 1%
Larceny / Theft Property 38 ▼ 62%
Vehicle Theft Property 26 ▼ 74%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Southold Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Southold A 145

Southold Crime by Zip Code

11971
A Index: 148

Southold Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
22,177
Median Income
$87,109
Home Value
$604,904
Median Rent
$1,657
Home Ownership
86%

Racial Demographics

White
90.1%
Black
1.3%
Hispanic
12.1%
Asian
1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Southold?
Southold has an overall crime index of 145, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Southold are rated A or B for safety.
Is Southold safe to live in?
Southold has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Southold?
The safest neighborhoods in Southold based on crime data include Southold. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Southold crime compare to the national average?
Southold's overall crime index is 145 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 45% higher than the typical US city.

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